Program Manager Hardware

Hardware Program Manager Redmond, WA (4 days onsite) Contract: Long Term Managed Service (Contract to hire) (Ideal candidate will have graduated from Phd program in EE/Quantum Physics) Our client is seeking a Hardware Program Manager to support the execution of complex, hardware-focused programs in a highly technical environment. This role requires strong foundational knowledge in hardware or device-level engineering and the ability to drive cross-functional alignment, execution, and delivery. The ideal candidate brings technical depth and can operate effectively across engineering, research, and operations teams. Responsibilities: • Drive planning, execution, and tracking of hardware-related programs and milestones. • Partner closely with engineering and research teams to support system-level initiatives. • Coordinate cross-functional dependencies, risks, and timelines. • Support technical reviews, readiness activities, and program documentation. • Communicate program status, issues, and recommendations to stakeholders. • Work collaboratively in an on-site lab and engineering environment. Required Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in a technical field such as Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Device Physics, Quantum Physics, or a related discipline. • Strong technical foundation in hardware, devices, or system-level engineering concepts. • Ability to manage complex programs in collaboration with highly technical teams. • Excellent communication, organization, and stakeholder management skills. • Eligibility to work in the United States. Preferred Qualifications • Master’s or PhD in a relevant technical discipline (e.g., Electrical Engineering, Quantum Physics, ASIC/FPGA, Device Physics). • Academic background from well-recognized universities in the United States or Canada. • Experience in hardware development, lab environments, or advanced computing platforms. • Prior exposure to semiconductor, ASIC, FPGA, or hardware systems programs.